英語4技能対策

Lesson 33.  Cultural Festivals Around the World (世界の文化祭り)

Lesson 33.  Cultural Festivals Around the World (世界の文化祭り)




▮ Explanatory Text:

Cultural festivals around the world showcase traditions, arts, music, and customs, reflecting the rich diversity of global cultures.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Discuss a cultural festival from anywhere in the world that interests you. What makes it unique?


▮ Common Phrases:


Traditional dances
Festival food
Cultural attire
Celebrating heritage
Music and performances


▮ Sample Sentences:


Traditional dances are a highlight of many festivals.
I would love to try festival food from different countries.
Cultural attire is often colorful and beautiful.
Celebrating heritage is important at these festivals.
I enjoy watching music and performances.

Lesson 32.  Outer Space Exploration (宇宙探査)

Lesson 32.  Outer Space Exploration (宇宙探査)




▮ Explanatory Text:

Outer space exploration involves investigating the universe beyond Earth, including studying planets, stars, and galaxies.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Share your thoughts on exploring outer space. What would you like to discover?


▮ Common Phrases:


Space missions
Other planets
Astronauts
The solar system
Discovering new galaxies


▮ Sample Sentences:


Space missions help us understand the universe.
Are there life forms on other planets?
Astronauts train hard for their journeys.
I’m fascinated by the solar system.
Discovering new galaxies would be amazing.


Lesson 31.  Time Travel (タイムトラベル)

Lesson 31.  Time Travel (タイムトラベル)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Time travel is a fascinating concept that explores the possibility of moving between different points in time, often seen in science fiction.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Discuss where and when you would go if you could time travel. Why would you choose that time period?


▮ Common Phrases:


Historical era
Future world
Time machine
Change the past
See the future


▮ Sample Sentences:


I would visit a historical era, like ancient Rome.
What will the future world look like?
If I had a time machine, I would explore different centuries.
Would you change the past if you could?
I’m curious to see the future.

Lesson 30. My Town/City (私の町/都市)

Lesson 30. My Town/City (私の町/都市)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Every town or city has its own unique qualities, from local landmarks and history to community events and attractions.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Describe what makes your town or city special. What do you like most about it?


▮ Common Phrases:


Local landmarks
Community events
City history
Special attractions
Urban culture


▮ Sample Sentences:


Our local landmarks are famous.
Community events bring us together.
I’m interested in our city history.
There are many special attractions here.
Urban culture is vibrant and diverse.

Lesson 29. World Cuisine (世界の料理)

Lesson 29. World Cuisine (世界の料理)



▮ Explanatory Text:

World cuisine offers a diverse array of flavors and dishes, reflecting the culinary traditions and ingredients of different cultures and regions.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Share a dish from world cuisine you love or want to try.


▮ Common Phrases:


Culinary traditions
International dishes
Exotic flavors
Cooking styles
Tasting new foods


▮ Sample Sentences:


Culinary traditions vary around the world.
International dishes can be very delicious.
I love trying exotic flavors.
Different countries have unique cooking styles.
Tasting new foods is exciting for me.

Lesson 28. Science and Inventions (科学と発明)

Lesson 28. Science and Inventions (科学と発明)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Festive traditions are celebrated across cultures, marking significant events, seasons, or historical moments with unique customs and festivities.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Describe a festive tradition you participate in and why it’s meaningful to you.


▮ Common Phrases:


Cultural celebrations
Traditional festivals
Seasonal festivities
Historical significance
Family traditions


▮ Sample Sentences:


Cultural celebrations bring communities together.
Traditional festivals have interesting histories.
Seasonal festivities are enjoyable.
It’s important to remember the historical significance.
Family traditions are special to me.

Lesson 27. Festive Traditions (祭りの伝統)

Lesson 27. Festive Traditions (祭りの伝統)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Festive traditions are celebrated across cultures, marking significant events, seasons, or historical moments with unique customs and festivities.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Describe a festive tradition you participate in and why it’s meaningful to you.


▮ Common Phrases:


Cultural celebrations
Traditional festivals
Seasonal festivities
Historical significance
Family traditions


▮ Sample Sentences:


Cultural celebrations bring communities together.
Traditional festivals have interesting histories.
Seasonal festivities are enjoyable.
It’s important to remember the historical significance.
Family traditions are special to me.

Lesson 26. Online Learning (オンライン学習)

Lesson 26. Online Learning (オンライン学習)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Online learning provides a flexible and accessible way to gain knowledge and skills through the internet, from anywhere in the world.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Share your experiences with online learning. What are the benefits and challenges?


▮ Common Phrases:


Digital education
Learning platforms
Online courses
Educational resources
E-learning benefits


▮ Sample Sentences:


Digital education is becoming more popular.
There are many learning platforms available.
I took an interesting online course.
Educational resources online are vast.
E-learning benefits include flexibility.

Lesson 25.  Video Games (ビデオゲーム)

Lesson 25.  Video Games (ビデオゲーム)


▮ Explanatory Text:

Video games offer interactive entertainment and storytelling, allowing players to experience various digital worlds and challenges.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Talk about your favorite video game and what makes it special to you.


▮ Common Phrases:


Interactive gameplay
Digital worlds
Gaming challenges
Game design
Playing online


▮ Sample Sentences:


Interactive gameplay is fun and engaging.
Digital worlds in games are fascinating.
I enjoy overcoming gaming challenges.
Game design can be very creative.
Playing online with friends is enjoyable.

Lesson 24. Art and Creativity (芸術と創造性)

Lesson 24. Art and Creativity (芸術と創造性)



▮ Explanatory Text:

Art and creativity involve expressing oneself through various mediums, whether it’s painting, music, writing, or other forms of artistic expression.


▮ Discussion Instructions:

Describe a form of art you enjoy or an artistic project you are proud of.


▮ Common Phrases:


Creative expression
Artistic talent
Inspiring art
Personal projects
Art mediums


▮ Sample Sentences:


Creative expression is important to me.
I admire people with artistic talent.
Inspiring art can be found everywhere.
I’m working on a personal project.
There are so many art mediums to explore.